Senior Landscape Planner

City of Greenacres • Greenacres, FL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Professional landscape architecture, arboricultural, and development compliance work performed with considerable independence. Provides technical guidance and professional determinations, focusing on landscaping, tree preservation, irrigation, and signage. Performs activities associated with development applications, including reviewing development plans for compliance with applicable codes; conducts inspections; prepares professional reports and recommendations to boards and City Council; and collects and analyzes data for use in various media and the City’s Comprehensive Plan.

Requirements

• Must have graduated from an accredited high school or have obtained a State of Florida G.E.D. certificate or equivalent.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida driver's license.
• Must be of good moral character.
• Must submit to a post-offer physical examination.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Landscape Architecture, Horticulture/Arboriculture, Urban Forestry, Environmental Design, Planning, or closely related field.
• Three (3) years progressively responsible professional experience in landscape architecture, horticulture/arboriculture, planning/development review, or any equivalent combination of training, education and experience to meet the minimum requirements.
• Must possess and maintain certification as a Landscape Inspector, ISA Certified Arborist, or licensure as a Landscape Architect in Florida, or ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment and maintain active status.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree or completion of advanced level coursework in Landscape Architecture or Horticulture/Arboriculture or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and analyzes development, landscape, tree disposition, vegetation removal, and related plans for compliance with City Code and related standards.
• Conducts field inspections to verify compliance with approved plans and applicable standards, including but not limited to landscaping, tree protection, irrigation, proper planting techniques, and signage.
• Provides technical guidance to applicants, design professionals, and the public, regarding related compliance requirements including landscaping, tree protection, irrigation, and signage.
• Prepares and presents written determinations, technical reports, and recommendations on landscaping and development compliance matters to the City Council, Planning and Zoning Board, Development Review Committee, and other City boards.
• Coordinates with the Code Compliance Division on development compliance matters, violations, enforcement cases, and participation with Special Magistrate as needed.
• Performs professional assessments involving tree health, species appropriateness, canopy management, and related landscape compliance issues.
• Leads community outreach, prepares handouts and guidelines related to landscaping, irrigation, tree care, and water conservation.
• Leads the planning, coordination, and implementation of City beautification and landscape enhancement projects, ensuring consistency with City aesthetic and environmental goals; maintains Tree City USA designation.
• Utilizes GIS and other mapping programs for project research and review.
• Collects and analyzes data for development related reports and studies conducted by the Development and Neighborhood Services Department.
• Assists in the periodic review and update of the City’s Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Code, and other landscaping-related regulations and recommends changes to the regulations as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The City of Greenacres' Compensation Plan allows for hiring at a maximum rate of up to 15% above the minimum range for the position based on education, experience and valid proof of certification(s) that are obtained through extensive program of study and training over and above the minimum requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior